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Active ingredients for Skintex products

Skintex® combines the expertise and experience of micro-technology with the powers of nature. Skintex® chemicals are based on naturally occurring materials and they're ideal for every kind of skin. Indeed, all the ingredients used are well established. Most of them biodegradable, dermatologically tested and fulfill the criteria for certification under the Ecotex standard 100.

To make Skintex®, precious essential oils are derived from the cold-pressed peel of plants, herbs and fruit or are carefully distilled from blossoms and leaves. Combined in sophisticated formulas, these oils form high-grade active ingredients that are anchored into the textile. This is pure wellness to wear. From the scent to the overall feel, whether on a shirt, a pair of trousers or socks, the wearer notices the Skintex® difference. In fact, through its use of natural based ingredients, Skintex® transforms fashion into an experience for all the senses.

Active ingredients for Cooling:

Myritol® - Helps to protect the skin from drying out and achieves a velvety soft and supple feeling. Myritol
Menthol - Mostly derived from peppermint oil, Menthol is well known in the food and skincare industry for its cooling and refreshing properties. Menthol

Active ingredients for Moisturizing:

Squalane - Derived from olive oil, this ingredient balances the moisture and fat content of skin. Squalane derived from oil
Vitamin E - Vitamin E protects skin from free radicals and premature ageing. Vitamin E
Monoï de Tahiti - A moisturizer combining highly refined coconut oil and Tahitian Tiare flower, Monoï de Tahiti supports the regeneration of skin cells Monoi de Tahiti
Passion fruit Oil - A tropical fruit oil which is well known for its skin calming, relaxing and smoothing properties. Passion fruiot

Active ingredients for Anti Heavy Legs:

Grapefruit - The oil from grapefruit peel has reviving and activating effects. Grapefruit
Lemon - Lemon oil supplies freshness and vitality to tired feet. Lemon
Menthol - Mostly derived from peppermint oil, menthol is well known in the food and skincare industry for its cooling and refreshing properties. Menthol
Thyme - Oils from the herb thyme have antiseptic and deodorizing properties. Thyme

Active ingredients for Energizing Aromatherapy:

Menthol - Mostly derived from peppermint oil, menthol is well known in the food and skincare industry for its cooling and refreshing properties. Menthol
Orange - The essential oil from the skins of oranges is vitalizing and balancing. Orange
Ginger - The ginger root provides a vitalizing oil that reawakens the senses. Ginger
Rosemary - Derived from the leaves of the plant, rosemary oil is stimulating and regenerating. Menthol

Active ingredients for Relaxing Aromatherapy:



Valerian - Valerian is well known for its relaxing properties.
Valerian
Amber tree resin oil - Amber trees are especially widespread in Asia. Their bark provides a relaxing and oriental smelling oil with healing proporties. Ember
Lavender - Lavender oil derived from the flowers is balancing and relaxing. Lavender

 
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